Ancient Roman Bronze Prutah Struck by Procurator Valerius Gratus in Judaea (No reserve price)
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Ancient Roman bronze prutah struck by Procurator Valerius Gratus in Judaea, dating to AD 24/5, in good condition, with a diameter of about 1.7 cm and a weight of 2.41 g, acquired in 1990 from a private collection.
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An ancient bronze coin, minted in Judaea, by the Roman Procurator Valerius Gratus under Tiberius, and known as a prutah. The obverse features the legend IOV-ΛIA and date L-IA (Year 11, AD 24/5) across the field, with a palm branch in the centre. The reverse features TIB-KAI-CAΡ in three lines within a wreath. Patination and earthy encrustations to the surface, wear as consistent with age.
These bronze coins, known as prutah, were minted and distributed in Judaea under the government of the 4th Roman Prefect of Judaea, Valerius Gratus. Valerius Gratus preceded Pontius Pilate, succeeding Annius Rufus, and presided over the province from 15 AD until 26 AD, under the Roman Emperor Tiberius. Valerius Gratus is best remembered for his changes to the appointment of the high priesthood, deposing Ananus for substituted Ishmael ben Fabus, then for Eleazar, then Simon, and lastly Joseph Caiaphas, the son-in-law of Ananus.
Diameter: (circa) 1.7cm
Weight: 2.41g
Provenance: Ex Cambridgeshire private collection, acquired 1970s.
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Watches: Watches are provided with a hard cardboard box and pillow as shown in the images.
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The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged.
The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.
An ancient bronze coin, minted in Judaea, by the Roman Procurator Valerius Gratus under Tiberius, and known as a prutah. The obverse features the legend IOV-ΛIA and date L-IA (Year 11, AD 24/5) across the field, with a palm branch in the centre. The reverse features TIB-KAI-CAΡ in three lines within a wreath. Patination and earthy encrustations to the surface, wear as consistent with age.
These bronze coins, known as prutah, were minted and distributed in Judaea under the government of the 4th Roman Prefect of Judaea, Valerius Gratus. Valerius Gratus preceded Pontius Pilate, succeeding Annius Rufus, and presided over the province from 15 AD until 26 AD, under the Roman Emperor Tiberius. Valerius Gratus is best remembered for his changes to the appointment of the high priesthood, deposing Ananus for substituted Ishmael ben Fabus, then for Eleazar, then Simon, and lastly Joseph Caiaphas, the son-in-law of Ananus.
Diameter: (circa) 1.7cm
Weight: 2.41g
Provenance: Ex Cambridgeshire private collection, acquired 1970s.
N.B. Delivery may be longer due to the busier period and we do not guarantee delivery before Christmas. Items paid for after the 19th December will be shipped after the New Year (week commencing on the 5th January 2026). **There will be an additional fee incurred for returned shipments due to buyer’s non-response to customs enquiries and/or unsuccessful delivery attempts.**
Seller's Story
N.B: TAXES & VAT ARE NOT INCLUDED WITHIN THE SHIPPING COSTS. INTERNATIONAL DELIVERY TIME SUBJECT TO CUSTOMS CLEARANCE.
ANTIQUITIES: All items sold will come with their own Certificate of Authenticity, including the item's description, image and provenance. Please also note, for insurance purposes, an item's value cannot be under- declared. All items when shipped (if required) will be declared as antiquities over 100 years old and their valued price.
Liability and the applicable Customs Regulations or Import Requirements in the country of your destination are the sole responsibility of the buyer. We cannot be held responsible for any delays occurred by Custom Procedures. Import Tax or payable VAT depends on the Country of your destination. Payments of any taxes or any dispute with Customs Authorities are the sole responsibility of the buyer. Please note that from the 1st of January 2021, as Britain will officially leave the EU, artefacts dispatched to any European country might have to go through Customs Procedures and fees.
Watches: Watches are provided with a hard cardboard box and pillow as shown in the images.
The Seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance statement seen by Catawiki. Important information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot.
The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged.
The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.
Details
Culture
Ancient Roman
Century/ Timeframe
AD 24/5
Name of object
Prutah Struck by Procurator Valerius Gratus in Judaea
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
1990
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Unknown
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Previous owner - country acquired from
Unknown
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
